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Internet Safety

I have created a short Animoto clip that I could show to a class to emphasize how important internet safety is.

My clip acknowledges that the  internet is becoming a tool that most people use and it expresses that we should all take precautions to ensure our safety.

 

Online Unit 1: Section A, Activity 2

Recognition Reflection Action
Skills already developed How I will use these How do I know (evidence)**
Self-discipline When avoiding distractions in order to achieve personal goals, set prior. 

 

 

 

When I am completing a task, or studying, I do not act on impulse. I set a goal at the start of my work and ensure that I meet it. For example, when I have been completing TDTs, I give myself a set time (eg 3 days) to complete them. I have realised that I work more effectively when I set a task to complete and a time period in which it must be completed.
Set Personal Goals I (will) use this skill in order to monitor my progress (and assure I am on track) when there is something I have to achieve (e.g. Assignments, reading) An example of when I set a personal goal was when I was completing a TDT. The task was to read a chapter of a book. I noted that the chapter had 20 different sections to it, I then set a goal that I would read and evaluate 4 sections every night, over the course of 5 days. This worked well for me as it allowed me to fully concentrate on a section at a time, without rushing through it.
Team Work I will use this skill throughout my career as a teacher. It is vital for teachers to work well with each other (e.g. to share ideas and strategies) I know that I have well developed team working skills as I often work in teams effectively. When in school and college I always enjoyed working in teams and was able to negotiate and reach compromises with the other students.
Take Responsibility As a teacher I must be able to take responsibility for my actions, therefore must always be aware and sure of what I am doing. When in my placement, if I asked a pupil to do something and the teacher later asked them to do it differently, I would let the teacher know that I had asked them to do it. I know that I must take responsibility for my actions, even though they might not always be correct.
Recognition Reflection Action
Skills not yet developed How I will develop these How do I know (evidence)**
Problem Solve I will develop these by undertaking many problem solving questions and by challenging myself in real situations.   I will know that my ability to problem solve is improving when I can tackle these questions in a calm manner and can logically work my way through it.
Work Under Pressure  I will develop this by reminding myself to remain calm and complete the task at hand. I will know that my ability to work under pressure is improving when I am able to stay calm and not show any sign of distress when there is a deadline to be met.

Online Unit1: Section A, Activity 1- Identifying Skills and Abilities

Activity 1.  

(1=Not very well developed; 3=very well developed)

   Personal Skills: 

Skills and Abilities 1 2 3
Flexibility
Self confidence
Self-discipline
Work under pressure
Set personal goals
Take risks
Share opinions confidently

Interpersonal Skills

Skills and Abilities 1 2 3
Team work
Take responsibility
Build social networks
Manage Time
Act as a leader
Negotiation

 

Communication Skills    

Skills and Abilities 1 2 3
Make presentations
Listen to others
Debate formally and informally
Contribute to discussions
Converse confidently
Take notes
Write for academic purposes

Technical Skills

Skills and Abilities 1 2 3
Computing Skills
Be creative
Use technology

 Intellectual Skills     

Skills and Abilities 1 2 3
Problem solve
Generate new ideas
Work on own initiative
Organise and plan
Think critically
Evaluate information

 

 

 

Welcome to your WordPress eportfolio

Welcome to your eportfolio. This is where you will document and share your professional thoughts and experiences over the course of your study at the University of Dundee and beyond that when you begin teaching. You have the control over what you want to make public and what you would rather keep on a password protected page.

The eportfolio in the form of this WordPress blog allows you to pull in material from other digital sources:

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Teacher, Lorraine Lapthorne conducts her class in the Grade Two room at the Drouin State School, Drouin, Victoria

You can just about pull in anything that you think will add substance and depth to your writing.